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Local man defends his title Wright County Fair is July 24-28th in Howard Lake
Although only moving at 6 mph, if that, the amount of weight behind two 8-ton combines when they collide lifts the back wheels off the ground and tips the cabs dangerously close together. “It’s scary. The first hit, when the two cabs come up they almost hit each other, it’s...
The Vikings Built an Escape Hatch into Justin Jefferson’s Monster Extension
In Minnesota’s ideal world, Justin Jefferson finishes his career with the Vikings. Only 25, Jefferson has proven to be a magnificent talent, someone who is more important than ever after Kirk Cousins departed. Something that’s notable, though, is that Minnesota will have some options as his deal progresses. Kwesi Adofo-Mensah, a shrewd GM, built in an escape hatch for the final pair of seasons.
Royce Lewis, Brock Stewart Both Believe They’re Ready; Twins Say They’re Not
The Minnesota Twins season will resume this weekend. Royce Lewis and Brock Stewart say they are healthy... The post Royce Lewis, Brock Stewart Both Believe They’re Ready; Twins Say They’re Not appeared first on MinnesotaSportsFan.
Heroes Unite fundraiser Aug. 3 Cure sought for Maple Lake preschooler with rare disease
At five years old Hoyt Lambert is a happy preschooler with a typical love/hate relationship with his little sister Millie and an abounding adoration for his new baby brother, Emmett. But life isn’t typical for Hoyt or his family. Ongoing neurology and ophthalmology appointments, rehabilitation, and yearly procedures take...
Graco Launches TrueCoat 360® Cordless Connect™ Airless Paint and Stain Sprayer System That Connects To A Cordless Drill
MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 17, 2024-- Graco Inc. (NYSE:GGG), a leading manufacturer of fluid handling equipment, today introduced the new TrueCoat 360 ® Cordless Connect ™ — an airless painting system that connects to a cordless drill, driver or impact drill. This solution empowers users to paint faster with a high-quality finish, avoiding the mess and hassle of brushing and rolling. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240717475675/en/ The TrueCoat 360 Cordless Connect is the newest sprayer in Graco’s TrueCoat 360 family and unlocks quality painting and staining results with the convenience of cordless operation. (Photo: Business Wire)
Naming ceremony in Minneapolis for The Paul D. Wellstone Federal Building
MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. – A historic building that covers one square block in downtown Minneapolis is now known as The Paul D. Wellstone Federal Building. Minnesota Senators Amy Klobuchar and Tina Smith helped pass the bi-partisan bill renaming the Federal Building in honor of the late Senator Wellstone. They took part in a naming ceremony Tuesday with the Wellstone family and other friends and colleagues.
Vikings TE T.J. Hockenson provides update on his ACL recovery
Veteran tight end T.J. Hockenson has been a hugely important part of the Minnesota Vikings offense over the past two seasons. His importance in the offense is likely to increase in 2024 with uncertainty at the quarterback position. However, Hockenson suffered a serious knee injury at the end of last season and may not be ready for the beginning of the 2024 season.
Grade the Trade Proposal: Vikings cure 49ers headache in deal for Brandon Aiyuk
At first glance, any idea that involves the Minnesota Vikings somehow landing wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk in a trade with the San Francisco 49ers is perceived as extremely unlikely. However, some of the best trades in NFL history have been the ones that have caught almost everyone by surprise. Aiyuk...
Resident apartments feel 'unsafe' after rain comes through roof
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - The big storms last week forced about a dozen people out of a Minneapolis apartment, and they don’t think it’s safe to go back yet. Now they’re battling a landlord who seems hard to track down. The only people at the building on...
Former Timberwolves fan favorite announces surprising free agency decision
The 2024 NBA free agency period may be over two weeks old now, but there are still plenty of notable transactions being made. For the Minnesota Timberwolves, more roster decisions are still likely to take place. The team remains without a backup point guard outside of rookie Rob Dillingham, and a few options exist on the market.
1st Round Pick Deletes Team Posts – Chargers, Panthers Could Attempt Trade
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison made headlines for all the wrong reasons, and recent social media activity implies he could be looking for a trade. Earlier in the week, the former first-round pick was arrested under suspicion of DUI. According to reports across the league, Addison was found asleep in a Rolls-Royce while blocking a road. The receiver was arrested and released following a DUI investigation. This isn’t Addison’s first off-field issue, as the wideout previously pled guilty to a misdemeanor speeding charge where he drove 140 in a 55-mile-per-hour zone.
Twins acquire infielder from Mets
The Twins have acquired infielder Rylan Bannon from the Mets, per their transaction log at MLB.com. The return isn’t specified, though it’s typical for midseason trades of non-40-man players of this ilk to send cash the other direction. Speculatively speaking, Bannon may have had an out clause in his deal with the Mets; he was hitting well in Triple-A Syracuse before this swap.
Missing Child Scam Circulating In Minnesota
All scams are terrible and there are plenty of them to go around these days. However, this one might be one of the worst thanks to the nature of the scam. There have been so many scams in Minnesota and Wisconsin lately that the Duluth Police Department recently shared some basic scam tips to help us all avoid becoming a victim.
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